The weather is warming up in Idaho and we are all dying to get outside. The mix of the pandemic plus the winter chill has made us a little stir-crazy and with spring break coming soon, it’s the best time to get outside!

It’s important to stay safe this spring break and many traditional activities have changed or can’t be done currently. Flying to the Florida coast or visiting Disneyland are difficult to do and look drastically different than previous spring breaks. We’ve gathered some great ideas for staying safe and having fun you should take a look at.

In Boise? Visit Bogus Basin

Normally, spring break sounds like the perfect time to get warm, but Bogus Basin is usually still open through March and can be a ton of fun. It’s not too cold, and the exercise of skiing and snowboarding makes you plenty warm.

Whether you are an experienced skier or going for your first time, hitting the slopes is a great activity to get you outside and stay relatively safe from Covid. Plus, there are classes for beginners and children. Other activities like tubing and their winter mountain coaster are fun for those not interested in shredding down the mountain.

Do That Family Trip to Yellowstone

Has your family always wanted to go to Yellowstone National Park but always put it off for warmer destinations? This is the year to go! Beautiful outdoors, plenty of space to stay socially distanced, and some of the best natural sights to see.

Yellowstone is one of the world’s greatest national parks and is just a day’s drive away. Stay for a couple of days, see everything there is to see, and then head home. It’s the perfect spring break trip.

Looking to pay for the vacation? You could redeem your VISA Rewards! points for gift cards, pay for the gas to get there, or redeem towards your hotel room. Pioneer members also get discounts on vacation packages and hotel stays at Yellowstone and other locations through GetAwayToday.com.

Rediscover Your Local Community

From Twin Falls to Nampa, every Idaho community has something special to offer. Rediscovering your local community and what makes it special can be a great way to spend your spring break.

Is there a really good local restaurant only the locals know about? Treat your family to it! Is there a nearby sight or activity you grew up doing there? Go do it! Got a downtown area to explore? Check it out! Just because you live there doesn’t mean there aren’t new things to do in your local area.

Take on a Big Project

Is there a big project you and your family have been putting off because of a lack of time? Spring break is a great time to tackle it. Have you been meaning to clean out your garage? Want to build a shed? Need to repair something in your home? Want to make that serious attempt at painting your masterpiece?

Take spring break as the opportunity to take on that major project and even get some help from family and friends with spring break off too. Especially if you have projects you need to accomplish before summer hits, now is the time to do it.

If you need some financial flexibility for your project, Pioneer has a variety of tools to help. Foremost is Pioneer’s HELOC options for larger projects and a Signature loan or VISA credit card for smaller expenses.

Play Family Games and Get Competitive

Does your family live on competition? It’s time to figure out who’s the best at which games. From board games to sports, gather up your family’s favorite games and run a competition. Each day could just have a few games (so everyone can still relax and have free time) and every day will be something to remember.

Mix it up with a variety to have a mix of inside games like Monopoly or a family video game with outdoor activities like Tag or a sport. You could even turn it into a family Olympics by giving out homemade medals for each event.

Learn a New Skill

While it takes longer than a week to master a new skill, it can be the dedicated start you need. Whether it’s a skill for work, home, or just to start a new hobby, spring break could be the excuse you need to start learning.

There are tons of resources online to get you started with any skill you want. From free videos on YouTube to paid online courses for expert training, the tools are there for the taking. Plenty of time for instruction and practice, combined with some relaxing too.

If you feel unsure about your finances, now is a great time to develop your financial skills. Learn all about saving money, controlling your credit, and taking back your finances. Pioneer members gain access to GreenPath Financial Wellness, which has tons of resources for learning financial skills.

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